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The Big Power Play: Billionaires, AI and the Risk of Unchecked Control

May 7, 2026

A few years back, most people had no idea what artificial intelligence (AI) could do. Today it fills our inboxes, tops search results, and answers questions automatically. Even though this technology can help us a lot, many people worry that it could hurt the economy and the planet. A recent survey

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Trump’s Business Ties: Drones, Crypto and Steel Deals

May 7, 2026

Three different businesses— a Florida drone maker, a crypto investor, and a European steel company— all show links back to former President Trump. After his time in office, the president and people close to him signed contracts that have sparked debate about potential conflicts of interest. The f

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U. S. Bills Aim to Stop Foreign Influence in Colleges

May 7, 2026

Three lawmakers from both sides of the aisle have introduced new proposals that would curb foreign money and campus ties in American universities. The first bill, called the Defending American Research Act, would force institutions that want federal research grants to confirm they do not run branch

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Prime Minister Ousted in Solomon Islands Confidence Vote

May 7, 2026

The leader of the Solomon Islands, Jeremiah Manele, lost his job after a parliamentary vote that showed more lawmakers wanted him gone than stayed with him. The result was 26 votes against him and only 22 for him, with two members choosing not to vote. Manele said he hoped everyone would keep work

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Rich Donors Flip Their Support to Australia’s Populist Party

May 7, 2026

Sydney stockbroker Angus Aitken, who once pledged a quarter‑million dollars to the Liberal Party, has now turned his back on that party and given over a million dollars to Pauline Hanson’s One Nation, a move that signals a broader shift among Australia’s wealthiest voters. Aitken said he grew tired

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Trump’s Beijing Visit: Taiwan on the Edge

May 7, 2026

The next week, President Trump will travel to Beijing for a summit with Chinese leader Xi Jinping. Taiwanese officials expect the meeting to focus on how the two powers handle their many disagreements, rather than solving deep-rooted problems. A senior security adviser in Taipei warned that Beijing

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South Sudan Shuffles Top Leaders in a Bid for Stability

May 7, 2026

The country’s president has recently made two big changes at the top of his government. He fired the army chief and a finance minister who had only been in office for a short time. These moves come as the president tries to tighten his grip on power during a period of uncertainty about who will succ

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Quantum Leap Energy Adds New Advisor to Boost Nuclear Tech

May 7, 2026

Quantum Leap Energy, a company that works on new ways to make nuclear fuel, has brought a fresh voice onto its advisory board. The new member is Dr. Peter Fiske, known for turning ideas into real products and for working closely with government agencies. Dr. Fiske’s background is wide-ranging. He h

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New faces needed in government jobs after big staff departures

May 7, 2026

After letting go of over 300, 000 workers last year, the federal government is now trying hard to fill those positions and keep the best talent. The push includes a new program called U. S. Tech Force, which brings in engineers for two-year assignments. These workers can stay if they like it or retu

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Helping Springfield families: How a new women’s center is stepping up

May 7, 2026

Three years ago, a local charity in Springfield started small with $250, 000 in donations. This year it gave away $750, 000. That’s real growth. The money helps women with young kids pay for food, schooling, and work training. Last year’s mid-year jump to $540, 000 came after government food benefit